The impact of physical exercise on neuroinflammation mechanism in Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease (AD), a major cause of dementia globally, imposes significant societal and personal costs. This review explores the efficacy of physical exercise as a non-pharmacological intervention to mitigate the impacts of AD. This review draws on recent studies that investigate the eff...

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Published in:Frontiers in aging neuroscience 2024-08, Vol.16, p.1444716
Main Authors: Hu, Junhui, Huang, Baiqing, Chen, Kang
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Alzheimer’s disease
blood-brain barrier integrity
microglial activation
neuroinflammation
Neuroscience
physical exercise
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Summary:Alzheimer's disease (AD), a major cause of dementia globally, imposes significant societal and personal costs. This review explores the efficacy of physical exercise as a non-pharmacological intervention to mitigate the impacts of AD. This review draws on recent studies that investigate the effects of physical exercise on neuroinflammation and neuronal enhancement in individuals with AD. Consistent physical exercise alters neuroinflammatory pathways, enhances cognitive functions, and bolsters brain health among AD patients. It favorably influences the activation states of microglia and astrocytes, fortifies the integrity of the blood-brain barrier, and attenuates gut inflammation associated with AD. These changes are associated with substantial improvements in cognitive performance and brain health indicators. The findings underscore the potential of integrating physical exercise into comprehensive AD management strategies. Emphasizing the necessity for further research, this review advocates for the refinement of exercise regimens to maximize their enduring benefits in decelerating the progression of AD.
ISSN:1663-4365
1663-4365
DOI:10.3389/fnagi.2024.1444716